[Modification with ascorbic acid of the level of spontaneous and induced chromosome aberrations and sister chromatid exchanges in lymphocytes of workers in contact with molybdenum salts].

Five workers of molybdenum gilding at the metallurgical works were observed prior to and after administration of ascorbic acid. Tests for chromosomal aberrations (CA) and sister chromatid exchanges (SCE) were used as the criteria for estimation. Individual sensitivity to the chemicals was revealed in the workers. Administration of ascorbic acid caused reduction of the level of chromosomal structural rearrangements.